Regent Hatchett inquired whether consultants had any observations or advice regarding the reserve for uncollectibles, specifically regarding how the University compares with other higher education institutions on that type of level of reserve.
Regent Moyer asked whether there was a link between state appropriations and the University's enrollments, and further inquired into the basis for which online revenues were projected.
As to projected expenses, Chair Dukes asked how benefits were being calculated and whether a merit increase for employees was being accounted for.
Chair Dukes and Regent Fields requested an enrollment headcount projection.
Regent Hatchett queried whether Ms. Dunaway could provide an update as to the prospect of renegotiating the new dorm agreement.
Regent Fields inquired whether a small employee salary increase (such as 3%) could be included in the budget, whether or not it is ultimately approved.
Regent Rios-Alcantara asked whether student activities were included in student services and whether Homecoming had been included in the budget.
Regent Adams inquired into the housing occupancy rate calculation.
Chair Dukes thanked Ms. Dunaway for her presentation.
C. Academic Affairs Update
This agenda item was presented by Provost Dailey, who reported that the University had a unique opportunity to participate in a grant from the Council on Postsecondary Education (CPE) involving the SOVA mapping project. The KSU Adult Learner and Government Relations Center was used as a test pilot to evaluate the onboarding experience, identify opportunities for improvement, and develop recommendations. Ms. Cathi Smith provided additional information regarding the journey mapping project.
Chair Dukes asked whether students registered as adult learners were automatically assigned an advisor.
Regent Walston inquired whether students returning to complete their studies after an extended leave from the University would fall under the Adult Learner program.
President Akakpo requested that Dr. Dailey and Ms. Smith also discuss the status of the Prison Education Program.
Dr. Dailey also provided an update regarding the Credit for Life program.
Regent Adams queried whether the credit for life model existed at other universities. Dr. Dailey replied affirmatively. Regent Adams inquired how the process worked at other universities, as well as to their program outcomes.